SOCIETY
Nepal’s greatest festival Dashain begins today, auspicious hour for Ghatasthapana at 11:29...
Nepal’s greatest festival Dashain begins today, auspicious h...
KATHMANDU, Oct 16: The "Navaratri," a nine-night festival known as Bada Dashain and a significant celebration for Hindus in Nepal, has commenced today.
Oct 15, 2023
WORLD
India, Sri Lanka resume ferry service after 40 years
India, Sri Lanka resume ferry service after 40 years
NEW DELHI, Oct 15: India and Sri Lanka on Saturday resumed the much-awaited ferry service after 40 years, officials said. The service was launched between Nagapattinam on the eastern coast of India's Tamil Nadu state and Kankesanthurai near Jaffna in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka.
Oct 15, 2023
OPINION
Need for Native Language Education in Nepali Schools
Need for Native Language Education in Nepali Schools
The erosion of native language skills in Nepali students is a pressing issue that needs to be addressed. By teaching at least half of the subjects in the native language, Nepal can ensure that its students maintain a strong connection to their culture, enhance their cognitive development, and ultima...
Oct 15, 2023
POLITICS
Ripples in the ruling alliance as Karki gets appointed as Chief Minister with UML support
Ripples in the ruling alliance as Karki gets appointed as Ch...
BIRATNAGAR, Oct 14: The ongoing struggle of parties in the Koshi Provincial Assembly to form a new government has taken a new twist with Nepali Congress (NC) Provincial Assembly member and a rebel candidate Kedar Karki being appointed as the chief minister of Koshi Province with the support of the m...
Oct 15, 2023
WORLD
Gaza death toll rises to 2,215 including 724 children: ministry
Gaza death toll rises to 2,215 including 724 children: minis...
GAZA CITY, Palestinian Territories, Oct 15: Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip since Hamas's attack on southern Israel one week ago have killed at least 2,215 people, including 724 children, the Palestinian territory's Hamas-controlled health ministry said Saturday.
Oct 15, 2023
ECONOMY
CAAN suspends AOC of Manang Air after it meets second accident in past three months
CAAN suspends AOC of Manang Air after it meets second accide...
KATHMANDU, Oct 15: The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN), citing recurring accidents of helicopters operated by Manang Air, has decided to suspend the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) of the airlines company.
Oct 15, 2023
SOCIETY
Two individuals sent to jail for assaulting doctors at Manipal Hospital
Two individuals sent to jail for assaulting doctors at Manip...
KATHMANDU, Oct 14: Two individuals who assaulted doctors at Manipal Teaching Hospital in Pokhara and vandalized the hospital three weeks ago have been sent to jail. Similarly, seven others involved in the incident were released after paying a bail of Rs 100,000 each.
Oct 15, 2023
Editorial
Nepal's Remarkable Progress in Global Hunger Index
Nepal's Remarkable Progress in Global Hunger Index
The 16th edition of the Global Hunger Index for 2023 has brought both encouraging news and a wake-up call for the South Asian region. As the findings were unveiled, Nepal emerged as a standout performer, making substantial strides by securing the 69th position among 125 countries
Oct 15, 2023
ECONOMY
CIAA receives complaints against Sebon and NIA for unlawfully allowing companies issue IPO...
CIAA receives complaints against Sebon and NIA for unlawfull...
KATHMANDU, Oct 14: High-ranking officials of the Securities Board of Nepal (Sebon) and Nepal Insurance Authority (NIA) have been alleged of being involved in taking undue benefits to favor insurance companies while allowing them permits for issuing initial public offerings (IPOs) at premium prices.
Oct 14, 2023
ECONOMY
WB positive to provide concessional loans of Rs 130 billion to build Upper Arun Hydroelect...
WB positive to provide concessional loans of Rs 130 billion...
KATHMANDU, Oct 14: The World Bank (WB) has given a green signal to provide concessional loans of Rs 130 billion to construct the Upper Arun Hydroelectric Project.
Oct 14, 2023